Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 1 years and Median household income is $91,169, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $298,600, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $91,169 in Midland. Crime rate is something to consider — Midland sits at 319.6 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Adrian Morris
I'm a physical therapist and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
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Olivia Kim
+1
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Connor H.
I've been living here for 8 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The traffic is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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Liam Morales
great question, following
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jayden_life
couldn't agree more
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local_savannah36
bump
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Kayden
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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Kai Myers
haha yep pretty much
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David Allen
I've lived in Old Town for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
- The cost of living scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Dating scene is rough
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Hope this helps!.
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Jacob Baker
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is excellent in most areas.
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Audrey Bennett
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Maple Ridge for 15 years. Moved from New York for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Maple Ridge schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Homeless population growing downtown. And job market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 7/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Nancy K.
same here
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raleighdude2024
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much growing but now it's underrated.
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Gabriel Lopez
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The traffic is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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